Bai He: "…"
Seriously, is this the kind of question you can ask right after a reunion that took ages to happen? Shouldn't this be discussed after a hearty meal, when everyone's relaxed?
Seeing Titan's persistence, Bai He thought for a moment before replying, "You all know my identity. When the Clear Sky Clan abandoned the Min Clan back then, to be honest, even I didn't see it coming."
Hearing this, Titan and Niu Gao nodded in agreement.
Indeed, among the Four Great Clans, the Min Clan's relationship with the Clear Sky Clan was far deeper than the others. Bai He was Tang Hao and Tang Xiao's maternal uncle, after all. Their mother was a member of the Min Clan.
"There's no going back. Even if I wanted to forgive them for what they did, returning to how things were is impossible."
"Whether it's my clan or myself, the rift with the Clear Sky Clan can never be bridged."
"How can a shattered mirror be made whole again?"
Bai He's words were not only about himself but also about Titan and Niu Gao.
During that devastating battle, the Min Clan did suffer the fewest casualties among the Four Clans. But Bai He's son and daughter-in-law had perished in that conflict.
How could he forgive that?
In the original story, Bai He was so supportive of Tang San not just because the other three clans joined the Tang Sect but also because Tang Hao was his nephew! He even provided the Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng, one of the materials needed for Xiao Wu's resurrection.
But what did Bai Chenxiang get in return?
Bai He asked Tang San to look out for Bai Chenxiang, and what happened? She was paired with someone like Ma Hongjun?
The so-called White-Level Test?
The Crystal Blood Dragon Ginseng was a celestial treasure, wasn't it?
Tang San didn't offer any meaningful repayment at all.
Helping Tang San only resulted in him thinking you didn't help enough!
This is why people say, "Better to be a little brother to certain fiery figures than Tang San's sworn brother!"
Among the entire team, Bai Chenxiang was the only one who died of old age. Ma Hongjun couldn't take her to the Divine Realm, but Tang San couldn't bring along his cousin either?
It's fair to say that Bai He's sacrifices weren't worth it!
And then there's Dugu Bo.
When Dai Mubai thought of Dugu Bo, his expression became a bit peculiar.
Back when he stole the celestial herbs, he had used the name of his good buddy Li Si, which, incidentally, saved Dugu Bo's life. Otherwise, Dugu Bo would likely be dead by now instead of so lively.
"I wonder if Li Si has exploited the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well in his world," Dai Mubai mused inwardly.
Little did he know, Li Si was much "harsher" than he ever imagined!
While Dai Mubai merely exploited the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well and left its foundation intact, Li Si destroyed the entire well and even "took" the divine bones of the Water and Fire Dragon Kings!
Returning to the main topic, after hearing Bai He's words, everyone fell silent for a moment before Titan scratched his head and asked, "Old White Bird, you're not making sense. I'm asking for your thoughts on the Clear Sky Clan. Do you hate them or not?"
Bai He: "…"
Wasn't he clear enough?
Right now, everything started because of Tang Hao, and as Tang Hao's uncle, was he supposed to support Tang Hao?
But his clan came first!
"Come on, Old Gorilla, after so many years, do you still hate the Clear Sky Clan?"
After Bai He said this, he wanted to say more, but Titan nodded firmly and replied, "Hate!"
Bai He: "…"
"Old Rhino, what about you?"
"Also hate!"
Bai He: "…"
Alright, now he understood what was off!
With a twitch at the corner of his mouth, Bai He muttered, "So, you hate them. What can you do about it? Are you going to attack the Clear Sky Clan?"
"Let's be realistic. Even if all four of our clans joined forces, could we rival the Clear Sky Clan? Do we have a Titled Douluo among us?"
"Even if we did, do you think we can take on the Clear Sky Hammer? You know how strong it is as well as I do!"
Bai He rattled all this off in one breath, feeling a bit parched, only to realize Titan had no intention of pouring him tea.
Are these people insane? Bai He suddenly regretted attending this gathering.
"Forget about all that. Just answer me—do you hate them or not?" Titan waved his hand, his tone resolute.
"Fine! I hate them! But what can I do about it? Tell me!" Bai He, clearly frustrated, roared back.
The other three clans might still have some hope of revenge, but the Min Clan? Speed was their only strength.
Take his sparring sessions with Niu Gao as an example: Bai He could avoid losing but could never win. If Niu Gao found a single opening, it would be over for him!
Yes, Niu Gao could make countless mistakes since Bai He couldn't break his defense or even injure him, but Bai He could afford only one misstep—one slip, and his life was forfeit.
His son's death? It was due to a single mistake.
"Hate is good. That makes us brothers." Titan clapped Bai He on the shoulder with a smile. This time, he didn't use much force; for a Soul Douluo like Bai He, it was nothing.
"Brothers," Niu Gao echoed, nodding.
Whatever happened in the past no longer mattered. But now, the Clear Sky Clan had "occupied" their sacred Spirit Hall's mountain gate!
If that wasn't enough reason to destroy them, what was?
Clear Sky Clan: "…"
Who the heck occupied your mountain gate?!
It's a good thing the Clear Sky Clan wasn't present; otherwise, they'd have been furious.
Watching Titan and Niu Gao flip their attitudes faster than flipping a book, Bai He became even more bewildered.
If he had said he didn't hate them, would these two have taken him down on the spot?
Hopefully not, Bai He thought, feeling a chill down his spine.
"Old White Bird, your Min Clan's days are growing tougher. I'm not criticizing you; I'm just stating facts." Titan, seeing Bai He's dark expression, tried to console him.
"Now that we're all members of the Spirit Hall, Old White Bird, why not join us in worshipping the Death God!"
At these words, Bai He's face changed dramatically. Previously, he'd wondered why Titan and Niu Gao had undergone such drastic changes. Now he understood—they had joined a new sect.
Judging by their reverent expressions, Bai He's face grew even darker.
The Spirit Hall? The Death God? None of this sounded like a normal sect!
Was the Death God the kind of deity he was imagining?
Seeing Bai He's reaction, Titan and Niu Gao explained the whole situation to him.
After half an hour, Bai He finally understood the details—and was even more stunned.
The Spirit Hall's first mission was to attack the Clear Sky Clan and seize their mountain gate?!
Their leader? A blond youth who turned out to be the Third Prince of the Star Luo Empire!
"So, what do you think? Opportunities like this don't come twice!"
"Our leader is the inheritor of the Death God's divine power! Old White Bird, if you don't join now, there might not be a place for you in our Holy Spirit Hall in the future!"
Bai He: "…"
End of Chapter